A local government district and ceremonial county in the north east of England. / A historical division of Yorkshire.

A local government district and ceremonial county in the north east of England. / A historical division of Yorkshire.

A local government district and ceremonial county in the north east of England. / A historical division of Yorkshire.

(idiomatic) To avoid failure only by good fortune.

(transitive, idiomatic) To treat (someone) roughly or without care, control, moderation, or respect; to act in a bullying manner toward (someone); to damage (someone or something).

(simile) Said of skill that, once learned, is never forgotten.

An extremely exciting ride at an amusement park, etc., where one's hands grip on so tightly that the knuckles appear white. / (figuratively) Any extremely exciting or nerve-racking experience.

Alternative spelling of white-knuckle ride

(of a person) To ride a horse in an erect, imposing manner. / (idiomatic, by extension) To act or conduct oneself in a manner that is imposing, impressive, resolute, or manly.

(idiomatic) To accompany someone in a passive manner, or to take a relatively passive or detached role in a project or group activity.